Procecution Collection

The Council of Vienne, 1311-1312. 19th century (engraving)
7272480 The Council of Vienne, 1311-1312. 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: The Council of Vienne XV. Ecumenical Council convened by Clement V in Vienne)

Leontes and Paulina, Illustration of "The Winter's Tale", by William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
AIS5354598 Leontes and Paulina, Illustration of "The Winter's Tale", by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Leontes and Paulina)

Cicero delivering his oration against Cataline (engraving)
8635702 Cicero delivering his oration against Cataline (engraving) by German School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Edmund Burke's denunciation of Warren Hasting in Westminster Hall, London, 1788 (litho)
8673155 Edmund Burke's denunciation of Warren Hasting in Westminster Hall, London, 1788 (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Costly Gift (litho)
8660781 A Costly Gift (litho) by Dudley, Robert Ambrose (1867-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Costly Gift. From accusations preferred against Phidias it appears that his house was frequented)

Pierrot in Criminal Court, c.1864-70 (oil on wood panel)
XOS5879730 Pierrot in Criminal Court, c.1864-70 (oil on wood panel) by Couture, Thomas (1815-79); 45.8x52.1 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

"The feller who caught that fishs dem liar" (litho)
8655422 "The feller who caught that fishs dem liar" (litho) by Townsend, Frederick Henry (1868-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: "The feller who caught that fishs dem liar")

Christ and the adulteress, c. 1510 (tempra on wood)
7130038 Christ and the adulteress, c.1510 (tempra on wood) by Barbari, Niccolo de (fl.c.1510); Museo Nazionale del Palazzo di Venezia, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Christ and the adulteress, c.1510)

Catherine of Aragon pleading her case before Henry VIII, 18th century (print)
7315175 Catherine of Aragon pleading her case before Henry VIII, 18th century (print) by Westall, Richard (1765-1836) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

NAPOLEON -MAKE PEACE WITH !! 1813 (engraving)
7262204 NAPOLEON -MAKE PEACE WITH !! 1813 (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Bromley Museum, Orpington, UK; (add.info.: NAPOLEON -MAKE PEACE WITH !)

Christ and the woman taken in adultery 1527, Oil on panel
7224992 Christ and the woman taken in adultery 1527, Oil on panel by Mazzolino, Ludovico (1480-c.1528); Villa Borghese, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Christ and the woman taken in adultery 1527)

Two men arguing in a candlelit room, 18th century. 1791 (engraving)
7234857 Two men arguing in a candlelit room, 18th century. 1791 (engraving) by Chodowiecki, Daniel Nikolaus (1726-1801); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two men arguing in a candlelit room)

Miss Goody Two-Shoes accused of witchcraft
7239649 Miss Goody Two-Shoes accused of witchcraft by Crane, Walter (1845-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Goody Two-Shoes is brought in front of a magistrate after being accused)

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Accuse; Accused person; Angeklagte (engraving)
7194608 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Accuse; Accused person; Angeklagte (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Accuse; Accused person; Angeklagte)

In Athens, 490-489 BC, the downfall of Miltiades, Scene 5 from Imre Madachs poem The Tragedy of Man (engraving)
7173231 In Athens, 490-489 BC, the downfall of Miltiades, Scene 5 from Imre Madachs poem The Tragedy of Man (engraving) by Zichy, Mihaly von (1827-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: In Athens)

Jesus Christ and the woman caught in adultery (engraving)
7149701 Jesus Christ and the woman caught in adultery (engraving) by English School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus Christ and the woman caught in adultery)

Joseph, as Grand Vizier of Egypt, accusing his half-brothers of being spies (engraving)
7172304 Joseph, as Grand Vizier of Egypt, accusing his half-brothers of being spies (engraving) by European School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph, as Grand Vizier of Egypt)

The Friar and the Thieves (Colour Litho)
2783996 The Friar and the Thieves (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The monk and the thieves)

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"Unveiling the Complexities of Prosecution: A Journey through Art and History" Step into a world where justice is sought, guilt is determined, and lives hang in the balance. Through captivating artworks spanning centuries, we explore the theme of prosecution – an intricate tapestry woven with tales of power struggles, moral dilemmas, and human frailties. In "Christ and the adulteress, " painted around 1510, we witness a poignant moment as Christ confronts hypocrisy while extending forgiveness. Tempra on wood brings to life this biblical story that challenges our notions of judgment and mercy. Moving forward in time to the 18th century, Catherine of Aragon pleads her case before Henry VIII in a print capturing her desperate fight for justice amidst marital turmoil. The intensity portrayed here reflects not only personal struggle but also highlights how legal proceedings can shape destinies. The flogging of St. Paul depicted in a powerful painting from 1655 serves as a reminder that even those who advocate for truth may face persecution themselves. This artwork delves deep into questions surrounding faith, sacrifice, and resilience against adversity. Another portrayal of Christ's encounter with an adulterous woman emerges through an oil on canvas masterpiece. Here lies a profound exploration of morality versus compassion – challenging us to question societal norms when it comes to punishment or redemption. Shifting gears towards historical events shaped by prosecution methods such as the Inquisition during medieval times; engravings from 1841 provide glimpses into this dark period marked by religious intolerance and fear-driven trials. These images serve as haunting reminders of humanity's capacity for cruelty under the guise of righteousness. Venturing further into modernity, lithographs capture sensationalized court cases like Lieutenant Modugno accused of uxoricide or Mrs. Steinheil standing trial for murder at high-profile conferences – showcasing how public fascination intertwines with judicial processes throughout history.